BD · 14 hours ago
Staff Engineer I – Simulation Analyst
USA NC - Durham - Davis Drive
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
10+ years expBD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world, focused on advancing health through innovative solutions. The Staff Engineer I will lead simulation and testing efforts to improve medical technologies, providing technical leadership in structural mechanics and material testing to enhance patient outcomes.
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Responsibilities
Conduct physics-based simulation studies for diverse nonlinear structural and multiphysics applications using FEA software (Abaqus, ANSYS, COMSOL and/or LS-DYNA)
Deliver validated constitutive models for synthetic materials and biological tissues by planning and executing material testing for BD product simulations, with parameters calibrated to experimental data and tailored to the simulation objectives
Increase predictive accuracy and confidence in model results by planning and running experiments that validate simulations against independent test data
Utilize scripting tools to automate workflows, enhancing efficiency and repeatability where applicable
Integrate additional engineering tools (e.g. hand-calculations, first-principles models, DOEs, optimizations) with simulation tools and testing to develop optimal solutions and deepen understanding of engineering challenges
Lead the application and development of simulation capabilities within the BDX R&D community. Stay informed on industry-wide and internal structural and materials-based opportunities to define valuable project directions for BD. Recommend and implement appropriate technologies to meet project objectives, coordinating internal and external resources to achieve timely project goals
Drive research and development of advanced simulation techniques and technologies to advance innovative predictive simulation tools and material testing. Coordinate efforts with external partners and internal collaborators, recommending the acquisition or development of valuable simulation tools
Advocate for the value of simulation capabilities and engineering applications within the BD community through webinars, forums, and divisional customer visits
Communicate ongoing progress with product development teams through effective verbal, web-based, and written communication. Summarize findings and recommendations in formal technical reports stored in the DE projects database
Develop a collaborative environment among team members, divisional customers, and multi-functional subject areas
Maintain innovative analytical capabilities through training courses, seminars, and industry conferences. Attend and present at global industry and simulation conferences to reinforce your role as an authority in computer-aided engineering
Ensure thorough, accurate, and timely completion of assigned responsibilities
Adhere to all BD policies and procedures, as well as applicable laws
Communicate effectively with management, project teams, and multifunctional personnel in a timely manner
Work independently to identify necessary actions to complete assignments, demonstrating a strong drive for results
Lead assignments according to project prioritization
Qualification
Required
Education: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or related field with 10 years of relevant experience
Extensive experience with nonlinear structural simulation (FEA)
Familiarity with 3D CAD solid modeling software packages
Experience with one of these specific tools: Abaqus, ANSYS, COMSOL, or LS-DYNA
Preferred
Advanced degrees with relevant experience: M.S. with 8 years of relevant experience
Ph.D. with 6 years of relevant experience
Experience in the medical industry
Proficiency with specific tools: Simulation & Modeling: MCalibration, PolyUMod, nTop
Data Analysis & Optimization: HEEDS, Kornucopia, Minitab
Programming: Python, MATLAB
CAD: SolidWorks
Experience with regulatory submissions involving simulation data
Experience modeling and/or testing biological tissues
Experience with physical testing using universal test machines (e.g. Instron, CellScale)
Familiarity with histological or imaging techniques for tissue analysis
Exposure to machine learning applications in biomechanics and/or simulation
Company
BD helps advance clinical therapy with the process for patients and health care providers with innovative technology services and solutions.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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